1959 Berkeley B vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 946 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | B | Bora |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2520 mm |